Vegetarian Korean Fish Cake (Eomuk)
Delight in the savory flavors of Vegetarian Korean Fish Cake (Eomuk), a plant-based twist on a beloved Korean street food classic. This recipe transforms firm tofu, shiitake mushrooms, and umami-rich nori sheets into golden, crispy patties that perfectly mimic the texture and taste of traditional fish cakes—without the seafood. Blended with a hint of garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil, and bound with rice flour and potato starch, these vegan patties are both hearty and packed with authentic Korean flavors. Quick and easy to prepare, these homemade eomuk are perfect as a snack, appetizer, or side dish. Serve them warm with soy dipping sauce for a crowd-pleasing treat! Whether you’re looking for vegan Korean recipes or unique tofu creations, this vegetarian eomuk is a must-try for any food enthusiast.
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Ingredients
- 200 grams Firm tofu
- 100 grams Shiitake mushrooms
- 2 sheets Nori sheets
- 50 grams Rice flour
- 50 grams Potato starch
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon White pepper
- 50 milliliters Water
- 200 milliliters Oil for frying
- 2 stalks Green onion
Directions
Step 1
Drain and press the tofu to remove excess water. Pat dry with paper towels.
Step 2
Finely chop the shiitake mushrooms and crush the garlic cloves.
Step 3
Using a blender or food processor, pulse the tofu, mushrooms, nori sheets, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, salt, and white pepper until a smooth paste is formed.
Step 4
Transfer the mixture to a bowl and add rice flour, potato starch, and water. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
Step 5
Chop the green onions finely and fold into the mixture.
Step 6
Shape the mixture into small, oval patties about 1 cm thick using your hands or a spoon.
Step 7
Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat. Ensure the oil is hot before adding the patties to prevent sticking.
Step 8
Carefully fry the patties in batches for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
Step 9
Remove the patties and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
Step 10
Serve the vegetarian fish cakes warm, accompanied with soy sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (749.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2463.8 |
| Total Fat 225.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 32.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3641.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 105.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 9.8g | |
| Protein 32.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 18IU | 0% |
| Calcium 375.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 962.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories